Single-family Subdivisions
Townhouse and Cluster Developments
Mobile Homeowners Associations
Master Community Associations
A homeowners association is designed to preserve the common welfare and the property values of the community. In a properly operated community, it does. In a poorly run community, it does not. The proper operating procedures are not difficult, but they are often overlooked or misunderstood. This manual provides a step-by-step explanation of the requirements for meetings, membership voting, and the necessary parliamentary procedures. It serves as a guide to help ensure that the association carries out its responsibilities fairly and effectively.
You will learn:
the concept and purpose of a homeowners association
the rights and responsibilities of individual owners
how to run effective meetings
what documents you need for meetings
the rules of procedure and proper decorum
the role of the board of directors
the role of committees
how to set a budget and deal with finances and insurance
how to amend and enforce documents
In addition to the comprehensive text, there are twenty-eight forms and sample documentsall you need to run an effective homeowners association.